1986 Daihatsu Charade vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Daihatsu Charade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Daihatsu Charade would be higher. At 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Daihatsu Charade | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charade | B |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
